Horsetail Extract Powder

Description

Horsetail (Equisetum arvense) is a perennial fern belonging to the Equisetaceae family. Horsetail Extract Powder is derived from the aerial parts of the plant and has a long history of use as a natural herbal remedy, dating back to Greek and Roman civilizations. It is widely recognized for its potential benefits for skin, hair, nails, and bone health.

Horsetail grows naturally in moist, temperate regions of Northern Europe and North America. The plant produces long, green, densely branched stems that are harvested during the growing season (spring to fall) to obtain bioactive compounds in the extract.

The extract is rich in antioxidants and silica, which are believed to support:

• Skin health: Promotes elasticity and overall skin integrity
• Hair and nail strength: Supports healthy hair growth and fortification of brittle nails
• Bone support: Silica content may aid in maintaining bone structure

Horsetail is traditionally consumed as tea, though it is also available in capsule and tincture forms. The powdered extract is particularly suitable for incorporation into dietary supplements, functional foods, and cosmetic formulations.

Key Bioactivities and Potential Benefits

1. Anti-inflammatory activity: Horsetail extract may modulate immune responses by inhibiting lymphocytes, the primary defense cells involved in inflammatory conditions.
2. Antimicrobial activity: Essential oil derived from horsetail exhibits activity against bacteria and fungi, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Aspergillus niger, and Candida albicans.
3. Antioxidant activity: Rich in phenolic compounds, horsetail extract helps neutralize free radicals and protect cellular structures from oxidative stress.
4. Antidiabetic effect: Preliminary animal and in vitro studies suggest that horsetail extract may help lower blood sugar levels and support pancreatic tissue regeneration.

Applications

• Dietary supplements and capsules
• Functional foods and beverages
• Cosmetic formulations for hair, skin, and nail care

CAS NUM: 71011-23-9

INCI Name : Equisetum Arvense Extract

Classification: Naturally Derived with Minimal Processing (NDM)

Extraction Type: solvent extraction

Part Used: RootGMP

Appearance:  Light Yellow Powder

Active ingredient:  Ginsenoside≥98%

Specification: 98%

Grade: Cosmetics

Specification: Asia

Packaging: Our Powders/seeds are packaged in airtight Ziplock Bags to avoid spillage.

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